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Join Reverend Richard Coles, Dr Cat Jarman and Charles Spencer as they chase the provenance of historical objects both real and metaphorical

The Rabbit Hole Detectives Folding Pocket

    • History
    • 4.9 • 240 Ratings

Join Reverend Richard Coles, Dr Cat Jarman and Charles Spencer as they chase the provenance of historical objects both real and metaphorical

    The Revenge Bento Box

    The Revenge Bento Box

    Our terrific trio are back again as they chase the provenance of historical objects both real and metaphorical.

    This week, Richard is hoping to bag himself a win with his topic, shopping malls. Meanwhile, Charles is tucking into the subject of Japanese cuisine, and Cat is adding another language to her repertoire as she talks about Esperanto. 

    Don’t forget, if you’d like to put forward a topic then you can email the show at: rabbitholedetectives@gmail.com
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    • 50 min
    King Boris of Andorra

    King Boris of Andorra

    The rabbit holers are back to uncover more killer facts and ephemera as they try and convince the Disembodied Voice to award them the win.

    This week, Charles is finally tackling a rabbit hole regular, our unofficial mascot, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Cat is hoping for an epic win with her topic, the Epic of Gilgamesh, and Richard is taking on a small but mighty subject, Andorra.

    Don’t forget if you’d like to put forward a topic then you can email the show at: rabbitholedetectives@gmail.com 
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    • 54 min
    Chasing an Elk Across the Heavens

    Chasing an Elk Across the Heavens

    Cat, Richard, and Charles are back again as our intrepid trio chase the provenance of historical objects both real and metaphorical.

    This week, Cat is hoping to glide into the lead with her topic, skiing. Meanwhile, Richard is spending some time with the Prince Bishops as he talks about the County Palatine of Durham, and Charles is marking the publication of his book, A Very Private School, with a very personal subject - boarding schools. 

    Don’t forget, if you have a rabbit hole you’d like the detectives to tumble down then you can email us at: rabbitholedetectives@gmail.com 
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    • 57 min
    400,000 Year Old Dental Plaque

    400,000 Year Old Dental Plaque

    In this week’s episode of The Rabbit Hole Detectives our intrepid trio are back down another set of rabbit holes in search of more killer facts and ephemera.

    This week, Richard is hoping you don’t glaze over as he discusses glazes, Charles is diving into another hobby of his…not morris dancing, tai chi! And Cat, due to popular demand, is brushing up on dental plaque.

    Don’t forget, if you’d like to to put forward a topic then you can email the show at: rabbitholedetectives@gmail.com 
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    • 53 min
    Handed an Accordion at the Gates of Hell

    Handed an Accordion at the Gates of Hell

    Our terrific trio are back again as they fall down another set of rabbit holes in search of more killer facts and ephemera, as they try and convince the Disembodied Voice to award them the win. 

    This week, Cat is flying high as she looks into aviatrix Amelia Earhart, Richard is coming out all singing and dancing as he discusses the accordion, and Charles is swinging big as he talks about Cirque du Soleil.

    Don’t forget, if you’d like to put forward a topic then you can email the show at: rabbitholedetectives@gmail.com  
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    • 53 min
    The Rabbit Hole Detectives BONUS Q&A: Richard’s Earlfriend

    The Rabbit Hole Detectives BONUS Q&A: Richard’s Earlfriend

    Cat, Richard, and Charles are popping out of their burrows in this very special BONUS episode of The Rabbit Hole Detectives recorded during their live show at The Royal in Northampton. 

    In this extra episode, Cat, Richard, and Charles answer questions from the audience, covering topics such as how they met, how they undertake their research, and their favourite topics. 

    Thanks again to everyone who attended the live show and made it so special. And thank you to our friends at The Royal, as well as Fane. 

    Don’t forget, if you’d like to ask the rabbit holers a question or put forward a topic then you can email the show at: rabbitholedetectives@gmail.com

    And don’t worry, we’ll be back with our usual Wednesday episode on the 28th so do tune in!

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    • 31 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
240 Ratings

240 Ratings

Red Rock Maranda ,

Brilliant!

I never miss an episode. The “Rabbit Holers” are informative and humorous as they share interesting facts about unusual topics.

heddagabler ,

Brilliant!

I adore you three. Smart, funny, informative. You have great chemistry. Feels very conversational in the moment although I know you all come armed with facts and fun tidbits.
I only learned about the podcast through Charles’s new book, A Very Private School (I just started it and anticipate a good read). This needs to be brought to people’s attention more. I’m doing my part. I’m telling everyone I can!

lziggs ,

Just makes me happy!

I can’t remember how I found this show, but I’m glad I did. I feel like I’m sitting in a cozy little coffee shop listening to my friends expound on the topics of the week and I look forward to it every time!

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